NUC – Online Division invests to transform student’s experience

NUC – Online Division invests to transform student’s experience

San Juan, PR – June 16, 2014 – Starting on July 16th, National University College Online Division will introduce Canvas as the institution’s new Learning Management System (LMS). Canvas is the newest and most technologically advanced platform available today to study online. National University College Online Division will also have a renewed web page, and a 100% bilingual programs.

Currently, top colleges and school districts around the Nation are using Canvas; and National University College Online Division is the first educational institution in Puerto Rico to adopt this innovative platform. Students can access Canvas anytime, anywhere by downloading a mobile application, which is very easy to use. Through Canvas, students can keep track of their progress in class, complete assignments, participate in discussions, access class materials, download videos and archives, and send and receive messages, among many other options. Canvas was built to elevate every student experience by providing powerful tools that will make their learning process more efficient.

Starting in June16, students will be able to choose the language of their preference when enrolling in their programs, because all courses will be offered in English and Spanish, making National University College Online Division the best online learning option with the flexibility to do it anytime, anywhere and in both languages. The first fully bilingual start will be in September 3rd.

“With our transition to Canvas, we updated and enriched significantly our online learning platform. To be able to offer a quality bilingual education, positions National University College Online Division as the Institution of choice, in Puerto Rico, the continental US and elsewhere to serve a diverse and global student population. All our programs cover areas in which there is high demand guarantying the highest quality offerings. We make sure that our students stay focused with our personalized service and the latest technology available”, said Dr. Gino Natalicchio, National University College Online Division Executive Vice President.

The new website online.nuc.edu adapts to any mobile device and permits an easy navigation, both in English and Spanish formats. In addition, the renewed site offers a great variety of tools that help our students throughout their academic life “National University College Online Division offers a fully mobile learning environment as well as fair and affordable tuition for everyone. We want to make sure that our students and faculty have all the necessary and most advanced tools available within the industry to help them reach their goals.” Dr. Natalicchio added.

National University College is authorized by the Puerto Rico Council of Education to offer associate, bachelor and master degree programs through certification number 2007-251. Certification effective since 2007. National University College is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (267-284-5000). Middle States Commission on Higher Education is a regional agency that conducts accreditations for institutions of higher education and is recognized by the US Secretary of Education and by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). For more information, visit online.nuc.edu